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Posted by PA COFFEE CO on 2006-12-08 23:13:01 Post Subject:
I too am opening a coffee shop/cart. Why don't you check out Kiva Han in Cranberry Twp. PA, unless you are set on Michigan. I am definately going with Kiva Han. Kiva Han roast 100% arabica and their coffee tastes awesome. They also deal in equipment and smoothie products. they are currently doing business in 48 states.
Check them out and tell them I sent you.
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Posted by PA COFFEE CO on 2006-12-08 23:13:01 Post Subject:
I too am opening a coffee shop/cart. Why don't you check out Kiva Han in Cranberry Twp. PA, unless you are set on Michigan. I am definately going with Kiva Han. Kiva Han roast 100% arabica and their coffee tastes awesome. They also deal in equipment and smoothie products. they are currently doing business in 48 states.
Check them out and tell them I sent you.
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Posted by Coffee Guy on 2004-04-14 11:08:05 Post Subject:
Okay it's time for my two cents...Remember everyone in this business rather being a cafe, coffee shop, cart, drive thru, or roaster all began with a dream. In the beginning we all have a lot to think about including, but not limited to serving the best drink possible, providing great customer service, and educating your customer. Starbucks was not the first, but they have proven through time and smart marketing that they had a goal. That goal was to bring a little taste of Europe to the U.S. and multiply their efforts by generating excitement and creating a feeling that the U.S. would continue to expand into the future. Well today they have proven that their idea has worked. Until recently their biggest competition was Seattle's Best Coffee (SBC) who controlled most of the wholesale market, whereas, Starbucks basically controlled the retail market. Now, Starbucks controls both since they purchased SBC last year. In my opinion it does not matter how they got to where they are, just the fact that they created a successful model and stuck with it.
I agree with both E.O. and Topher, one should never bad mouth the competition, but instead should embrace the competition and learn how to fulfill the areas they may not address. I joined this forum with the hopes of educating those that wish to start a business and hopefully become a supplier for them, while at the same time learn something new myself. This is not a difficult industry to be in but if not started correctly or if you lack dedication, you are destined to fail rather you have a Starbucks or any other competitive coffee business in the area.
If you want to get into the business and be successful at it you must commit. Part time will not do it. After spending at least 90 days with your business, you'll have a better idea of what's going on. Only then if you feel comforable should you bring someone else into the picture to assist you and give you a little relief.
Bottom line is you can be respectful of your competition and be respected by your competion.
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Posted by Coffee Guy on 2004-04-14 11:08:05 Post Subject:
Okay it's time for my two cents...Remember everyone in this business rather being a cafe, coffee shop, cart, drive thru, or roaster all began with a dream. In the beginning we all have a lot to think about including, but not limited to serving the best drink possible, providing great customer service, and educating your customer. Starbucks was not the first, but they have proven through time and smart marketing that they had a goal. That goal was to bring a little taste of Europe to the U.S. and multiply their efforts by generating excitement and creating a feeling that the U.S. would continue to expand into the future. Well today they have proven that their idea has worked. Until recently their biggest competition was Seattle's Best Coffee (SBC) who controlled most of the wholesale market, whereas, Starbucks basically controlled the retail market. Now, Starbucks controls both since they purchased SBC last year. In my opinion it does not matter how they got to where they are, just the fact that they created a successful model and stuck with it.
I agree with both E.O. and Topher, one should never bad mouth the competition, but instead should embrace the competition and learn how to fulfill the areas they may not address. I joined this forum with the hopes of educating those that wish to start a business and hopefully become a supplier for them, while at the same time learn something new myself. This is not a difficult industry to be in but if not started correctly or if you lack dedication, you are destined to fail rather you have a Starbucks or any other competitive coffee business in the area.
If you want to get into the business and be successful at it you must commit. Part time will not do it. After spending at least 90 days with your business, you'll have a better idea of what's going on. Only then if you feel comforable should you bring someone else into the picture to assist you and give you a little relief.
Bottom line is you can be respectful of your competition and be respected by your competion.
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